Common use of Travel Expenses and Subsistence Clause in Contracts

Travel Expenses and Subsistence. The CONSULTANT shall be paid the actual cost incurred by personnel working on this project for travel expenses and subsistence that are certified as being correct and necessary for and directly associated with performance of this Contract not to exceed travel and subsistence rates published by the United States General Service Administration (GSA). Transportation costs shall be reimbursed at the lowest reasonable available fare, but in no case more than coach class or comparable fare. Transportation by private automobile shall be reimbursed at the rate determined by the Internal Revenue Service regulations. The actual costs for meals and lodging shall be reimbursed at a rate not to exceed the maximum GSA per diem rates for a specified duty point. Gratuities and incidentals are not eligible for reimbursement. Rental car expenses shall be reimbursed at actual cost of compact car. Total reimbursement of travel expenses under this Contract may be limited to estimated travel budgets identified in Appendix B.